Barlow, OR

Oregon · Metropolitan Area

Barlow is a small town in Oregon with a population of 187.

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
187 Population 3,740/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $29,898 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 9.6%
72% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.1%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Barlow Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population187
Median Age53.7 yrs
Density3,740/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$29,898
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$90,618M
Commute27 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Elevation103 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.6%
High School+97.0%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 17% / D 79%
Commute27 min
Broadband75.0%
Libraries19

Is Barlow a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Barlow receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Barlow faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Education

9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Barlow experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Barlow has a population of 187 with a density of 3,740 people per square mile. The median age is 53.7 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.4%).

Population

187
Total Population
3,740
People / sq mi
53.7yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Barlow vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Barlow vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Barlow is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Barlow vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$29,898
Avg Weekly Wage$1,553
IRS Avg AGI$90,655

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)40,968
County GDP$90,618M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,193
Healthcare3,650
Retail2,868
Manufacturing1,065

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,657
119% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Work from Home34.3%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,051
1 Bedroom$1,143
2 Bedrooms$1,425
3 Bedrooms$1,963
4 Bedrooms$2,318

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,657
119% above US avg
In Barlow, 34.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 17.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Barlow vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.1%
6% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure26.2%
Asthma11.6%
COPD4.4%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity17.4%
Depression28.6%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate71.2%
Premature Death7,476/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access99.1%
Healthcare Facilities3,650

Crime Rates: Barlow vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)87
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Barlow has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation103 ft (31 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.1 km²)
Population Density3,740/sq mi
Coordinates45.2524°N, 122.7223°W
County FIPS41051
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 62.1-point margin. 75.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 17.2%
D 79.3%

Winner: Democrat by 62.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.6%
72% below US avg
High School+97.0%
School Test Score5.14
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,740/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.0%
Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities3,650
Restaurants3,193
Retail Stores2,868

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)87
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Work from Home34.3%

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